Turning 1 Designer Handbag into 7 Screening Mammograms

What motivates two teenagers to make an impact in their community?

In this episode, you’ll hear from sisters Greer and Mia, who each raised funds for The Rose in their own unique way. Greer details how she reached out to family and friends to promote a raffle offering a choice between a designer handbag or a cash prize, with all proceeds benefitting women of The Rose. In 2019, Mia designed and sold bracelets to raise money for screening mammograms and inspired little sister Greer to help the breast cancer community, too.

Their passion stems from a desire to honor Sonja, a close family friend who battled breast cancer. Greer, Mia, and their mom Tina discuss the family's commitment to helping women access breast care and remind listeners that you’re never too young to raise awareness.

Key Questions Answered

1. What prompted Greer to raise money for The Rose?

2. How did Greer feel about continuing her sister’s efforts in fundraising?

3. What was the process Greer followed to raise the money?

4. What was the main fundraising activity Greer organized?

5. What was the backstory behind Greer and her sister starting these fundraising efforts?

6. How did Greer’s sister, Mia, inspire her to conduct this fundraiser?

7. What was the relationship between the family and Sonja, who was affected by breast cancer?

8. How was Sonja’s personality and her connection to the family described?

9. How did Tina, the mother, feel about her daughters’ efforts to honor Sonja’s memory?

10. Why is it important to raise awareness about breast cancer among young women, according to Dorothy Gibbons?

Timestamped Overview

00:00 Mom's Close Friend Battled Cancer

06:35 Raising Awareness Among Young Women

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